2% Salicylic Acid Serum

2% Salicylic Acid Serum

21ingredients
SerumThe Derma Co

Full INCI list with a per-ingredient allergen & irritant analysis below.

Formula flagsfrom catalog claims
Reef-safeAlcohol-freeParaben-freeSulfate-freeSilicone-freeFragrance-freeEU-allergen-freeVeganOil-freeCruelty-freeFungal-acne-safe

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Allergen & irritant analysis

3 flagged

This serum from The Derma Co lists 21 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 1 known contact allergen and 2 common irritants in the INCI list. No added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.

1 known allergen in this formula
2 known irritants
  • Propylene glycol · solvent · lowKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
  • Hamamelis virginiana extract · activeCan be drying and potentially irritating for sensitive skin due to its astringent properties (tannins) and common alcohol content in formulations.
  • Sodium hydroxide · otherStrong alkaline substance that can be highly corrosive and irritating in high concentrations; used safely in cosmetics only in neutralized, low concentrations for pH adjustment.

Not detected: added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates.

Generated from this product's ingredient list and AllerNote's allergen database — educational, not medical advice or a substitute for patch testing.

Benefits

HydratingBrighteningGood for oily skinBarrier repairAcne fightingReduces irritationReduces large poresScar healing

Key Ingredients

  • 1
    BHAUnclogs pores and reduces excess oil.
  • 2
    Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.

Full Ingredient List

21

INCI (full list, INCI order): water, propanediol, ethoxydiglycol, salicylic acid, methylpropanediol, glycerin, pentylene glycol, hamamelis virginiana extract, salix alba bark extract, sodium hyaluronate, dimethyl isosorbide, sclerotium gum, phenoxyethanol, tris(tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol)citrate, ethylhexylglycerin, trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, propylene glycol, sodium hydroxide, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate

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17propylene glycol

Potential Concerns

  • May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
  • May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
  • May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.

Frequently asked questions

Is 2% Salicylic Acid Serum fragrance-free?

No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in 2% Salicylic Acid Serum's listed ingredients. "Not detected" isn't an absolute guarantee, but it's a good sign for fragrance-sensitive skin — confirm against the current pack and your own triggers.

Is 2% Salicylic Acid Serum paraben-free?

No parabens were detected in 2% Salicylic Acid Serum's listed ingredients. Worth keeping in perspective: parabens are among the least common cosmetic allergens, so "paraben-free" matters far less for reactive skin than avoiding fragrance or the preservative MI/MCI.

Is 2% Salicylic Acid Serum suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. 2% Salicylic Acid Serum contains 1 flagged allergen and 2 irritants (listed in the analysis above). If none are on your personal allergen list it may suit you, but patch test first — add your allergens to AllerNote to check 2% Salicylic Acid Serum against your own profile.